Heteromorph: The Rarest Fossil Ammonites - Nature at its Most Bizarre

by Wolfgang Grulke

Ammonites dominated the sea before and during the time dinosaurs dominated the land. Some ammonites were large predators not unlike today's giant squid; others small and delicate. Three times during their reign of more than 300 million years ammonites experimented with the most bizarre and startling shell shapes. Now, new technology is revealing the full beauty of these 'heteromorph' ammonites and they have become some of the most desirable and passionately collected natural objects. This is their story - and how they are becoming a vibrant part of 21st century lifestyles, art and design. This book is a must for anyone interested in the wonders of the natural world, and their impact on our culture.

Genres: Science

224 pages, Hardcover

First published September 30, 2014

Reviews

[Simon Håkansson]

I was lucky to find a copy of this at a non-insane price.